RED-COOKED CHICKEN

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Another great recipe compliments of Cuisine at Home. It was suggested as a week-night meal since it so easy to prepare; however, it also makes a nice presentation for a small gathering of friends.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10 ounce) bottle low sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup dry sherry
1/2 cup green onion, sliced
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 slices fresh ginger
2 star anise
1 cinnamon stick, 3 to 4 inches
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 skinless chicken leg quarters
2 -3 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Over high heat, bring the first 8 ingredients to a boil in a large saute pan.
  • Add the chicken and cover; reduce heat to medium.
  • Simmer for 3o minutes, turn chicken over; cover and continue to cook an additional 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil.
  • Boil the braising liquid, uncovered, until syrupy, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Strain through a sieve and spoon off any fat that rises.
  • Brush sauce onto chicken to coat; garnish with sliced scallions and serve with extra sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 2393.1, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.4, Protein 4.2

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